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This One Easy Hike In Cincinnati Will Lead You Someplace Unforgettable

Cincinnati has many naturally beautiful places and an impressive list of parks to visit and spend time outside. You may not think about hitting the trails so close to downtown, but it turns out there are plenty of opportunities to do just that. This particular trail, just east of the city, is relatively easy yet satisfies your need to escape into nature. The trail will also lead you to a surprise that makes this hike truly unforgettable.

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Withrow Nature Preserve on Five Mile Road is known for its unique outdoor wedding location, but its beautiful Trout Lily trail should be just as popular.

The land was formerly owned by the Withrow family and thankfully it is now preserved by Great Parks of Hamilton County. The trail within the park is a scenic 1.7-mile hike that is fairly easy and filled with diverse landscapes.

The trail is beautiful year round and is all gravel, dirt, or grass pathways.

These paths are wide and easy to maneuver, but it would be difficult to navigate with a stroller or wheelchair. Along the hike, you'll walk through a thick forest with beautiful wildflowers in the spring and vibrant color in the fall. The walk through a wide-open meadow is also unique and enchanting.

You'll reach an open area with two benches, which happen to overlook a lovely view of the winding Ohio River. It may not be a sweeping view, but the peek down into the valley is just enough and makes it feel like you've stumbled upon a secret place. It's an ideal spot for a picnic or just to sit and relax.

This preserved land is naturally magical and a perfect little getaway into nature close to the city.

Don't forget about all of the hidden parks and trails that can be found throughout Cincinnati and give the Trout Lily Trail a try the next time you want an unforgettable outdoor experience.

The Trout Lily Trail at Withrow Nature Preserve is a hidden gem in Cincinnati that shows off its natural beauty. Have you taken this hike? What do you think? Share your favorite hiking spots with us in the comments!

Withrow Nature Preserve is located at 7075 Five Mile Road, Cincinnati, OH 45230. For more information, visit the park’s website here.

And for more scenic hiking around Cincinnati, check out our previous article here.

A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.